Help

How do I add a profile picture?

Click on my settings in the box at the top right --  then look for 'profile picture' and click the picture icon shown below.



Why does my profile picture look out of proportion?

This is usually caused by uploading a graphic file or format that is much too large for the space allotted for the avatar, or the dimensions of the photo are an extreme proportion, like really wide or really tall. The best image to use for your profile picture is a standard portrait or landscape dimension no larger than 400 by 300 pixels at 72dpi. Square actually works best. Also, when you are uploading a image file, please make sure there are no odd characters like "&, !, @, #, $, or % in the file name. Just Aa-Zz and numbers 0-9. A dash or underscore (-, _) are acceptable for denoting a space but try not to have actual spaces in your file name.

How do I make a comment?

If someone makes a comment on your profile, the best way to comment back to them is to use the "comment back" link in the bottom of their comment. This will take you to their profile where you can enter your comment. You may have to scroll down a little depending on how many things they have posted on their profile. Making a comment this way will notify the recipient that you made a comment plus it displays your action in the Latest Activity column. This helps the community know you're around and generates more activity, usually directed back to you!

Want to be notified about new forum postings?

You can select this feature at the bottom of the forum page - just click here, scroll to the bottom and look for the link in the graphic below:



Can I send someone a "private" message or comment?

Yes, there is a private messaging system within NSHP. You can send someone a private message by using the link "Send Message" just under their profile picture. If someone sends you a message, you will get an email notification. You can use the link in the email to go directly to the message or when you are logged in to the site, you can retrieve the message via the mail icon in the upper left corner of the page, next to your profile name.

How do I edit my profile?

This is easily accomplished by using the about me link on the my settings page.

How do I stop all the emails?

The NSHP site has a very elaborate email notification sytem that will send you an email notifying you of any changes to many things that happen on the site. The good news is you have full control over what you get or don't get. You can control these via the e-mail page from the my settings page.

What other things can I control?

From the privacy page link found on the my settings page you can control various items such as; who can view or comment on your photos and blogs, what activity is displayed in the Latest Activity Window, your account information, and your "About Me" information. Note: your profile picture can be changed from the "Account" menu.

Someone left an inappropriate comment on my profile!

You have the ability to delete any comments on your profile page. You can also delete any post you make in a forum topic. To delete a comment just click the small red "X" in the bottom right portion of the comment in question. To delete a post just use the "Delete" link at the end of your post.